When we speak to groups, I frequently compare our organization to electricity or technology; most people are glad we’re around, but few can communicate how we work. That is why Women United, an affiliate of United Way, will host a free LIVE UNITED Tour during United Days of Caring (UDOC) to visit some of the partners that enhance the United Way network.

UDOC is a global United Way initiative that encourages citizens to devote time to giving back. UDOC will take place April 27 and 28 at various times, depending on the project. The LIVE UNITED Tour will occur Friday, April 27th from 2-5. After an introduction about United Way and its network of partners, participants will visit the Boys and Girls Club, Safe House for Women, Community Caring Council, and learn about First Call for Help and the many programs supported by United Way in the Cape Girardeau Public Schools. The tour is free, but limited seating requires a reservation. ‘Tourists’ can registerhere.

Join or Post a UDOC Project Here!

Give. Advocate. Volunteer.

Did you know that someone who engages with United Way as a volunteer is seven times more likely to give in the future?

This single fact alone says enough about how important it is to begin engaging with individuals through more of a hands-on approach. Millennials are proof of this. While the workplace campaign model continues to be United Way’s most effective giving opportunity, as more donors move into retirement giving plans their workplace contributions aren’t being replaced by the younger generation.

There are many ways to be involved with our organization and community. We hope to see you at one or more of these events!

Thursday, April 12

Campaign Celebration

Jackson Civic Center | 11:30 AM

Sponsored by First Missouri State Bank

Friday, April 27 - Saturday, April 28

United Days of Caring

Click the photo above to volunteer!

Saturday, May 5

'Who Do You Run For?' 5K

Jackson Civic Center | 8:30 AM

Sponsored by Procter & Gamble

Friday, June 1

31 Annual Golf Tournament

Cape Girardeau Country Club | 11:00 AM

Sponsored by BioKyowa

Volunteer Corner

Are you looking to get involved and give back?! United Way and our 24 partner agencies are always looking for volunteers. Whether you have some extra time at work to dedicate to giving back, or you're looking for a team-building exercise with a spin, our volunteer corner has something for you. Check out our current opportunities below.

Old Town Cape

Old Town Cape is seeking volunteers to help with their upcoming Riverfront Market and Tunes at Twilight events! Volunteers are needed to help with event set up and tear down.

Volunteers are needed to help with United Way's Read to Succeed and Read to Excel programs. Volunteers are asked to dedicate a minimum of 30 minutes every week to reading with a student in Cape Girardeau or Scott City schools.